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Robert Gordon Potters Collection Pier Deep Bowls 200mm (Pack of 12)

SKU: VV1061

£165.00(£198.00 inc VAT)
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The Robert Gordon Potters Collection Pier deep bowl is a 200mm porcelain bowl designed for restaurants, cafés and hospitality venues that want tableware with a handcrafted aesthetic. Each bowl features a reactive glaze finish with subtle embossed swirling detail, which means no two pieces are identical — a quality that suits contemporary plating styles where the bowl is intended to complement rather than compete with the food presented in it.

The reactive glaze gives the bowl a warm, earthy tone that works particularly well with seasonal vegetable dishes, grain bowls, broths, and composed salads where colour contrast between the food and the vessel matters. The depth of the bowl makes it suitable for wet dishes, noodles, and generous portions where a shallower bowl would feel cramped.

From a practical standpoint, the porcelain construction holds up well in busy service environments. The bowls are safe for use in dishwashers, microwaves, ovens, and freezers, which supports flexible service workflows and reduces handling time between the kitchen and the pass.

  • Dishwasher safe — suits high-turnover covers without special handling
  • Microwave and oven safe — supports heat-to-order and finishing applications
  • Reactive glaze gives each piece a distinct, artisan appearance
  • Sold in packs of 12 — practical for opening orders and stock top-ups

It is worth noting that reactive glazes, while visually appealing, can be more susceptible to chipping at the rim if stacked carelessly or handled roughly during washing. Operators running very high cover counts with fast turnaround cycles should consider whether dedicated storage racks are appropriate.

These bowls suit restaurants, boutique hotels, and café environments where the table setting is part of the overall guest experience. If your venue requires a more neutral or heavier-duty alternative, the wider Steelite and Robert Gordon range includes other profiles worth considering.

If you are unsure which size or finish best fits your menu style and service format, we are happy to talk it through.

Frequently asked questions

Are these bowls suitable for a high-volume restaurant running multiple sittings?

Yes, the porcelain construction and dishwasher compatibility make them practical for busy service. That said, reactive-glaze bowls with embossed detailing can be more prone to rim chipping if stacked or racked carelessly, so venues running tight turnaround cycles should ensure appropriate storage and racking is in place.

What types of dishes work best in the Pier deep bowl format?

The 200mm depth makes these well suited to broths, noodle dishes, grain bowls, composed salads, and generous pasta portions. The warm, earthy glaze tone tends to complement vibrant or naturally coloured ingredients, which is worth considering when matching tableware to your menu style.

Can these bowls be used for oven finishing or plating hot dishes directly from the kitchen?

Yes, the bowls are oven safe, which supports finishing and heat-retention applications at the pass. If you routinely use bowls directly from cold storage to oven or microwave, it is good practice to avoid sudden extreme temperature changes, as with most porcelain tableware.
Robert Gordon Potters Collection Pier Deep Bowls 200mm (Pack of 12)

£165.00(£198.00 inc VAT)

£165.00(£198.00 inc VAT)

The Robert Gordon Potters Collection Pier deep bowl is a 200mm porcelain bowl designed for restaurants, cafés and hospitality venues that want tableware with a handcrafted aesthetic. Each bowl features a reactive glaze finish with subtle embossed swirling detail, which means no two pieces are identical — a quality that suits contemporary plating styles where the bowl is intended to complement rather than compete with the food presented in it.

The reactive glaze gives the bowl a warm, earthy tone that works particularly well with seasonal vegetable dishes, grain bowls, broths, and composed salads where colour contrast between the food and the vessel matters. The depth of the bowl makes it suitable for wet dishes, noodles, and generous portions where a shallower bowl would feel cramped.

From a practical standpoint, the porcelain construction holds up well in busy service environments. The bowls are safe for use in dishwashers, microwaves, ovens, and freezers, which supports flexible service workflows and reduces handling time between the kitchen and the pass.

  • Dishwasher safe — suits high-turnover covers without special handling
  • Microwave and oven safe — supports heat-to-order and finishing applications
  • Reactive glaze gives each piece a distinct, artisan appearance
  • Sold in packs of 12 — practical for opening orders and stock top-ups

It is worth noting that reactive glazes, while visually appealing, can be more susceptible to chipping at the rim if stacked carelessly or handled roughly during washing. Operators running very high cover counts with fast turnaround cycles should consider whether dedicated storage racks are appropriate.

These bowls suit restaurants, boutique hotels, and café environments where the table setting is part of the overall guest experience. If your venue requires a more neutral or heavier-duty alternative, the wider Steelite and Robert Gordon range includes other profiles worth considering.

If you are unsure which size or finish best fits your menu style and service format, we are happy to talk it through.